2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
