2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 8 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |