2009 BMW 125 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 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), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 125 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1542 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
