2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 30 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montego | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |