2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Mercedes-Benz Kia
Model E Borrego
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L


 

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