2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |