2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Montego | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
