2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 48 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 474 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mazda |
| Model | Montego | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
