1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 80 L |
