2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sedona weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | CLK | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
