2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 508 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2000 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |