2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 593 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (300 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
