2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 52 L |
