2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 396 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |