1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 710 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | W 111 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
