2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X Coupe | Sorento |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |