2006 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 342 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
