2009 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Montego. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 745 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1985 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |