2001 BMW M 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 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
