2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sedona | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |