1995 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1995 Kia Retona and 1995 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Retona | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |