2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Kia Forte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 194 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 2009 Kia Forte. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |