2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |