1997 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 12 kg more than 1997 BMW 318. 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 1997 BMW 318. 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 (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
