2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |