2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 480 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.
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 X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 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 X1 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |