2008 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
