2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 492 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
