2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa 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 106 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 652 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. 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 2000 Honda Capa. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |
