2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 557 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Montego | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
