2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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 Suburban (519 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 72 L |