2009 BMW 635 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 635 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
