2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 Kia Picanto and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1901 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
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2009 Kia Picanto | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Picanto | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 929 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |