2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 642 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 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 | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
