2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |