2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 330 | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |