2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 222 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
