1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP) has 538 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lotec | Mercury |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Montego |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1777 kg |
