2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2009 Kia Spectra and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Spectra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spectra | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |