2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
