2007 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 745 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 745 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |