2000 Holden Astra 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 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Astra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
