2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
