2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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 550 (491 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 550 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
