2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Terracan | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 191 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |