1984 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 618 kg more than 1984 BMW 628.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 628 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 628 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |