2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | CLK | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
