2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 432 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |