2002 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pride Wagon | B |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
