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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 590 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
