2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 125 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |