2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 553 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | C | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |