2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 642 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 650 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
