2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 730 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |