2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 325. 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
