2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 791 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (510 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | GL | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
