2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 128 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. 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 2012 BMW 520. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 520 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
