2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |