2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 955 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |