2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Montego | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
