2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sedona 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (301 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedona | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
