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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 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 701 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
