2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 120 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
