2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | DrifterX | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
