2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 204 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |