2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |