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2006 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Kia Optima Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mercury Mariner | Kia Optima | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 183 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 107.1 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 186.4 in | -11.5 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.1 in | -1 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 58.3 in | 9.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3295 lb. | 3287 lb. | 8 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 57.1 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 54.5 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 38.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 56.3 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 54.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 14.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 51.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercury Mariner
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The seats have plush cushioning, lumbar control and position control. The seats are leather/vinyl (I think leather, but not sure) with center punched suede allowing some air circulation. All good for greater comfort on long trips see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2006 Mercury Mariner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Rear seat room is limited, seats firm, but little side support see full Mercury Mariner review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
For long drives even with leather it can get uncomfortable. A little more support and padding would be good in the seat. see full Mercury Mariner review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Optima
| 2008 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review |
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