2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 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 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
