1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1285 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 |
