2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2445 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
