1998 BMW 845 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 17 kg more than 1998 BMW 845.
Because 1998 BMW 845 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 845. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 845 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 845 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 845 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |