2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
