2003 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2003 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2003 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti I | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
| Model | I | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
