2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 38 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montego | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1732 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
