2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage 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 (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |