2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 339 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 2000 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Z3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |