2006 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 878 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 2012 Honda Jazz. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Montego | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
