2009 Kia Carens vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Kia Carens and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 783 kg more than 2009 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Carens | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carens | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |