2007 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 335 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |