2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano 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 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
