1994 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Cherokee | Montego |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |