2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 87 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 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2010 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2010 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercury | Lexus |
| Model | Montego | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
