2008 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 883 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ML (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | ML | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
