2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 254 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |