2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Kia Cee'd and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Cee'd has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Cee'd will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Cee'd | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cee'd | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |