2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 550 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |