1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
