2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion 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 117 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Sirion | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |