2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2001 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 730 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
