2006 BMW 116 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 116 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
