2000 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
