1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (500 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
