2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 318 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |