1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 684 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 318 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |