2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 314 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | Smart | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
