2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1966 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cougar (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 1966 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Cougar |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |