2012 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (272 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 626 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | ML | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
