2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 157 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
