2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
