1993 BMW 840 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 BMW 840.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 840 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |