2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 2 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 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | B |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |