2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Cerato | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cerato | ML |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
