2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 498 Nm | 282 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1663 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |