2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sorento | 318 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| 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 | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
