1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage. 2012 BMW X1 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. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | X1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
