2001 Chrysler LHS vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler LHS (250 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 Chrysler LHS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chrysler LHS (332 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler LHS | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | LHS | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
