2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
