1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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 (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
