2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 PT Cruiser (332 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | PT Cruiser | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 332 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |