2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Sedona, 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 (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2007 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Sedona | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sedona | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |