2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
