2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 326 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sorento | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1997 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |