2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 135 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
