2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (441 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | E500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
