2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 65 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 248 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Montego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
