1992 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. Both 1992 BMW 320 and 2007 Kia Sportage are equipped with a 1,990 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 131 kg more than 1992 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
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 | 1380 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |