1999 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rio | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |