2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada 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 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 122 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Montego |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |