2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 466 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 528. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
