2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 626 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 TVR Tamora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
