2006 BMW 630 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 630 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 630 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |