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 170 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 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 340 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
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 | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |