2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
