Mercury Montego vs. Volkswagen Passat
In comparing the Mercury Montego's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Montego has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Volkswagen Passat has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercury Montego's and the Volkswagen Passat's specifications and ratings, the Mercury Montego is a better car than the Volkswagen Passat.
Mercury Montego vs. Volkswagen Passat Pricing
A used 2007 Mercury Montego ranges from $2,277 to $9,391 while a used 2007 Volkswagen Passat is priced between $2,891 to $8,995.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercury Montego’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Passat base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Montego is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Passat is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. This gives the Volkswagen Passat the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercury Montego. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Passat has an average safety rating of 4.77 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2277 - 9391
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2891 - 8995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.479679
Mercury Montego Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Passat Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.048 / 10
Reliability:
7.704001 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Mercury Montego Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Passat Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
8 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
11 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
12 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercury Montego Trim Levels
Base, Premier
Volkswagen Passat Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T Wolfsburg Edition, 3.6L, 3.6L 4Motion, Base, Value Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.77 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
203 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5100 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
389 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
21.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3680 lbs
Width:
74.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
200.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3305 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16