2002 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
