2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 525 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |