2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 642 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |