2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 8 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, 2013 BMW X1 (238 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | Mercury | BMW |
Model | Montego | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 282 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |