2006 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Kia Optima and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 404 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima, 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 802 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Optima | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Optima | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 605 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |