1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2002. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 2002 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
