2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 191 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sportage | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
