2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2013 BMW X5 M has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
