2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 531 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
