2007 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 335 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 302 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
