2005 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 228 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sedona, 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 SL (1,001 Nm) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sedona 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Kia Mercedes-Benz
Model Sedona SL
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 604 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 296 Nm 1001 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2178 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 21.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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