1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 47 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 58 L |