2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 1999 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montego | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |