2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |