2009 Kia Optima vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2009 Kia Optima and 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Optima | ML |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 520 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
