2010 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cee'd | ML |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 105 L |
