2006 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 325 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
