2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
