1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 182 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Acura Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Legend | Montego |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |