2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 2006 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 135 L |
