1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 263 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | E | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
