2011 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 401 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW M3 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4615 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1424 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |