2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (227 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 372 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | Z3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
