2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | CX-9 | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3727 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 269 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |