2006 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 730. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 730 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
