2006 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 BMW 116 and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 116 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 116 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |