2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
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 G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 405 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (561 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |