2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 608 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
