2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 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 3 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (282 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Montego | Sonata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 282 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |