2011 Kia Cee'd vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cee'd | E |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2874 mm |
