1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 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 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 645 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. 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 1999 Mazda 626. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda 626 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 626 | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |