2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 252 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
