2007 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 120 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
