2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |