2005 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2010 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2010 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (221 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2010 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | ML | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
