2003 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
Because 2003 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 645 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |