2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 452 kg more than 1999 BMW 325. 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 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
