2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 712 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 E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Rio | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rio | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1776 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |