2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | GLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3500 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 | 349 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2756 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
