2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 491 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |