2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |