2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
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 | 262 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |