2008 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 BMW 645.
Because 2008 BMW 645 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 645 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
