2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |