1998 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 486 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
