2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 110 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 598 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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 2011 BMW 120. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |