2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 1 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 341 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Nubira | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
