2009 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 740 (390 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 740 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
