2003 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 72 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | M3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |