2007 Kia Pregio vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Pregio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Pregio would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 59 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Pregio | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pregio | SLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
