2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sportage | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |