2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 1 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Crossfire | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
