2008 Kia Carens vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Kia Carens and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carens | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
