2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2005 Mercury Montego

To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 329 kg more 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2005 Mercury Montego
Make Chrysler Mercury
Model Voyager Montego
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 203 HP
Torque 278 Nm 281 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1985 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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