2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cee'd | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |
