1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 23 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.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2497 mm |
