2008 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 325 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |