2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 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 65 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. 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 1998 Volvo S80. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montego | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |