1996 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda RX-7 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-7 | Montego |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |