2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
