1992 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 440 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 545 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
