2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 125 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | 300S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
