2002 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 760 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 760 | Montego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 438 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 601 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |