2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 625 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
