2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Holden Statesman.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
