2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |