1992 Jaguar XJR 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 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 101 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJR | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
Model | XJR | Montego |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5992 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |