2007 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 494 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |