1984 BMW 725 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 725.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW 725. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 725 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 725 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
