2005 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 68 L |
