2002 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | GL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |