1987 BMW 320 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 320 (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 762 kg more than 1987 BMW 320.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 320. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
