2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 612 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga, 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 SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | SL | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
