2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 756 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Cougar. (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Cougar. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sedona | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
