1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 500 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
