2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,898 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picanto | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1898 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
