2005 Kia K2700 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Kia K2700 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | K2700 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
