2009 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 174 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 650 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |