2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 523 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |