2008 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 328 | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |