2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cee'd | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |