1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |