1995 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 525. 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 525 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1760 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 |
