2006 Mercury Montego vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn Vue 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Montego | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
