1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 605 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | C | Sportage |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |