2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2985 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 | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
