2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 382 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.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Mercury | Jeep |
Model | Montego | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 286 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 2114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |