2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 52 L |
