1994 BMW 854 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 854 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 854 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5378 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |