2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 703 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
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 | 175 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |