2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 262 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Montego. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (360 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
