2006 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 530 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1988 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |