2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Getz 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 532 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Getz | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Getz | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |