2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 259 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | TE-50 | Montego |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |