2003 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |