2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (247 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
