2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 118 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |