2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 65 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sorento | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 15.5 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |
