2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Amanti, 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | S | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
