2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 674 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Veracruz | Montego |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 349 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |