2008 BMW 328 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 328 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
