2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |