2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
