1996 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 332 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
