2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 BMW 530

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 530. 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 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Sorento 2007 BMW 530
Make Kia BMW
Model Sorento 530
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 262 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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