2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X Coupe | Sportage |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 58 L |