2009 Honda Element vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Element | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |