2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 5 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Montego. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Aspen | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |