2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Carnival | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
