2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna 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 15 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (188 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Montego | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
