2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | SLK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
