2006 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lexus | Mercury |
Model | LX | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 72 L |