2010 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Sedona | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sedona | C |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4811 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2891 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |