2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 739 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia SOUL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mariner | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Mercury | Kia |
Model | Mariner | SOUL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 48 L |