2005 BMW 750 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 BMW 750.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 750 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 750 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |