2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |