2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (197 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | C | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
