2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga, 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 S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | S | Venga |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
