2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP) has 304 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CLS | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
