1991 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego

To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 682 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.

Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Jaguar XJR-15 2005 Mercury Montego
Make Jaguar Mercury
Model XJR-15 Montego
Year Released 1991 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5993 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 203 HP
Torque 570 Nm 281 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.5 mm 79 mm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1732 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 72 L


 

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