2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1991 Subaru XT
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1991 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru XT. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1991 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | XT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
