2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
