2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 264 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | S | Borrego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |