2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Kia Sportage and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
