2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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 C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Picanto | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
