2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |