2005 Mercury Sable vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Sable | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Mercury | Kia |
Model | Sable | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 145 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1073 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4249 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |