2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 109 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |