2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | B |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |