1993 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 316 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
