2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mercury | Mazda |
Model | Montego | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2639 mm |