2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 704 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 272 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |