1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 200 | Forte |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |