2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 726 kg more than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sedona | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sedona | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 343 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |