1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 38 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.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 300 (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1989 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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1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 300 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |