1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (182 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | Dinan | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
