2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 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 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Mercury | Alpina |
Model | Montego | B3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |