2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Wrangler | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
