2007 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 781 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 120 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |