2004 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Rio would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 690 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rio | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
