2008 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 135 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 58 L |
