1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | V6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
