2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 74 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (282 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mercury | Ford |
Model | Montego | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 282 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1663 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |