2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3270 mm |
