1998 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | Integra | Montego |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |