2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.

Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2003 Kia Sorento
Make BMW Kia
Model 530 Sorento
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 85.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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