2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2008 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.

Because 2008 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 525 2005 Kia Sportage
Make BMW Kia
Model 525 Sportage
Year Released 2008 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1981 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 10.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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