2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
