1998 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra 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 116 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 637 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Lantra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
