2006 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |