2002 Kia Pregio vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Pregio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pregio | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Pregio | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
