2008 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
