2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z 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 152 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
