2005 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 520 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |