2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 2205 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
