2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carnival. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carnival | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Carnival | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |