2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
