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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (202 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 380 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jeep Wrangler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (321 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (282 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 | 3778 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 282 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1663 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |