2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (195 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Sedona (296 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sedona | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
