2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |