2006 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Montego 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 99 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Montego | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montego | T5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |