2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 5 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
