2007 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (263 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
