2005 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
