2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Kia Picanto and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Picanto | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 2376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |