1996 BMW 540 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 540 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
