2005 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 BMW 745 and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 745 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1865 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |