2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2008 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cee'd | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
