2000 BMW Z8 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 Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Because 2000 BMW Z8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW Z8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 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:
2000 BMW Z8 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | Z8 | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |