2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1995 BMW 730 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |