2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Kia Cee'd | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cee'd | R |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |