2008 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2010 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
