2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 576 kg more than 2010 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carens. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Carens has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Carens will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | S | Carens |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |