2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 37 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
