2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 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.
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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
