2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1970 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |