2005 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 976 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
