2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Marauder |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2020 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |