2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | E | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
