2009 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 523 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| 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 | 175 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
