2004 Kia Cerato vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cerato | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
