1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Montego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
