2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Borrego | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Borrego | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |