2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz G (525 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2001 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
