2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
