2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 510 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 S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 5513 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
