1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 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 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1987 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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1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |