2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | E | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1980 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
