1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 83 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 347 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
