2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M3. 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 BMW M3 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |