2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
