2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 200 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |