2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
