1998 BMW 325 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 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 89 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 491 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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 BMW 325. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | 325 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
