2009 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Sephia II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2001 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
