1997 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara 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 129 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 757 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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 Citroen Xsara. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Montego |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |