2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 BMW 323
To start off, 2011 BMW 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 323.
Because 2011 BMW 323 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 2011 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 323. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Kia Sorento | 2011 BMW 323 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 323 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |