2006 BMW 645 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 645 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 645 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |