2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 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 71 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 185 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |