2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |