1995 Fiat Tempra 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 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Tempra. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tempra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
