2005 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 713 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carens | CLC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
