2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 5 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (528 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. 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 2013 BMW 7 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (746 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 528 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
