2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sorento | Mariner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 301 Nm | 263 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |