2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sedona | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
