1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | S | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
