2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
