2006 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 118 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |