2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 535 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |