2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 419 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | ML | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3720 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2186 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
