2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
