2009 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fusion | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |