2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Kia Opirus. 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 2004 Kia Opirus. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Opirus | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Opirus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |