1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (192 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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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1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 190 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.9 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |