2001 BMW M vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
