2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Impala | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |