2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | C | Rio |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |