2010 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 778 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | ML | Magentis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |