1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-250 | Montego |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |