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 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 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 563 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 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 | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
