2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |