2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 98 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 511 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montego | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 105 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |