1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra 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 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Montego |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |