1988 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 1988 BMW 525.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
