2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 374 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Terracan 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:
| 2004 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Terracan | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
