1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 72 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 126 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 230 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |
