2009 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 120 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |