2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 574 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 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 | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
