2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. 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 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Mercury | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Montego | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 324 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
