2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 493 kg more than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |