1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Kia Venga
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 19 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 174 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 2009 Kia Venga, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | S | Venga |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1343 kg |
