2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
