2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
