2004 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 9 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 278 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Mercury | Scion |
| Model | Montego | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
