2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Alpina | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 192 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 294 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |