2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Montego 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Magentis | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Magentis | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
