2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 260 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |