2005 Kia Sedona vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sedona (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 834 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Kia Sedona (296 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sedona | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sedona | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
