2001 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 745 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
