2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 17 kg more than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |