2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |