2008 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Carens | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
