2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 358 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.
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 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 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 | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |