2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 79 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2013 BMW X3 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 X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
