2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 526 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
