2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Mercury Montego and 2005 Saab 9000 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 Saab 9000. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 187 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. 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 2005 Saab 9000. 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 Saab 9000 (350 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Mercury | Saab |
Model | Montego | 9000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2290 cc |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |