2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 101 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |