2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 49 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 242 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
