2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |