2004 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 197 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Uplander | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
