2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 454 kg more than 1995 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1095 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
