1992 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 377 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 545 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2027 kg |
