2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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 (294 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 316 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
