2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1925 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |