2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 47 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |