1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta 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 75 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. 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 1992 Ford Fiesta. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fiesta | Montego |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |