2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus 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:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
