2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
