1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 1999 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
