2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 5 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 118 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 651 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Montego | Indica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
