2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 210 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |