2008 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Carens | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
