2009 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
