2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, 2006 Proton Satria 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Proton Satria. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2006 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Mercury | Proton |
| Model | Montego | Satria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |
