2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X 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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Taurus X | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
