2005 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Kia Carens. 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, 2005 Kia Carens, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Carens | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |