2012 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Sorento | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sorento | 318 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |