2011 Kia Cadenza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2011 Kia Cadenza and 2011 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cadenza. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cadenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Kia Cadenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cadenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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.
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2011 Kia Cadenza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cadenza | G |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4965 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1475 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2845 mm | 2850 mm |