2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
