2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedona | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
