1995 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 6 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | E | Sportage |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |