2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 BMW 118.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 118 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1385 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |