2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Montego and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Montego | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 282 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |