2008 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |