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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 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 205 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
