2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | B | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
