2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 116 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
