2006 Mercury Montego vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 397 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |