1996 Acura Integra vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra 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 65 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 562 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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 1996 Acura Integra. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura Integra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Montego |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |