2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 645 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |