2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | Viano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
