2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 6 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Journey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Montego | Journey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 283 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |