2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Cougar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |