2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | ML |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
