2001 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 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 87 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2001 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
