2007 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.

Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2006 Kia Sorento
Make BMW Kia
Model 530 Sorento
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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