1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 52 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJ6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 72 L |
