2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Montclair |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |