1996 Eagle Vision 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 Eagle Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Eagle Vision would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Eagle Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Eagle Vision (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Eagle Vision should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Eagle Vision.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Eagle Vision. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Eagle Vision | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Vision | Montego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
