1990 Mercury Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 845 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Montego |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |