2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 6 | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2967 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |