1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 632 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2870 mm |
