1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 300 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 78 L |
