2006 Kia Optima vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner 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 Kia Optima (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Optima | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Optima | Mariner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |