2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Montego | 350Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |