2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Mercury | Cadillac |
Model | Montego | SRX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |