2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis. 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (360 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |