2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
