2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 743 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Montego | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3429 mm |