2007 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 118 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
