2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
