2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | C | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |