2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 6 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
