1999 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |
