2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 387 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.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (341 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rio | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |