2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 120 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
