2009 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rio and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rio | B |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |