2002 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lincoln LS. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lincoln LS | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | LS | Montego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |