1994 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 840 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 840 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1870 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 | 63 L | 80 L |