2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Pacifica | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |