2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (351 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | CLK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 351 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |