2001 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti FX (300 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | FX | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
