1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Astro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
