2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
Because 1999 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Montego | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
