2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | SLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
