2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | BMW | Mercury |
| Model | M3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
