2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sorento and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |