2000 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
