2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |