2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sportage | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
