2007 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 577 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. 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 (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |