2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |