2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Convertible | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Convertible | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |