2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sedona | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |