1989 BMW 850 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 850 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 850 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
