2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 3 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 173 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.
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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X Activity | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X Activity | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |