2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
