2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |