1984 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |