2003 Lexus SC vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus SC | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | SC | Montego |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |