2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
