2005 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 59 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 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Montego | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montego | XC60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 237 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |