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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 395 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
