1994 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 179 kg more than 1994 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 1994 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Bristol | Mercury |
Model | Blenheim | Montego |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |