2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 320 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |