1998 Kia Clarus vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 1998 Kia Clarus and 1998 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Clarus weights approximately 129 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Clarus | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Clarus | A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
