2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 278 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |