2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2002 Kia Sorento and 2002 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 795 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2002 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | A |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |