2007 Kia Cee'd vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Kia Cee'd and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cee'd | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cee'd | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |