2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rio | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |