2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 SLK (510 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5437 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 | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |