2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 401 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Montego | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
