1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2810 mm |
