2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 446 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
