2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 433 kg more than 2002 BMW 332.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 332 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |