2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Sprinter | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |