2009 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | GL | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |