2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 362 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 525 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |