2007 Kia K2700 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | K2700 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 34.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
