2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| 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 | 228 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
