1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mercury | Kia |
Model | Grand Marquis | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |