2010 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 weights approximately 220 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Kia Sorento | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |