2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Kia Sportage 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Kia Mercedes-Benz
Model Sportage E
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L