2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sedona | SLK |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |