2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 432 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
