1993 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 301 kg more than 1993 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 520 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 520 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
