2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 730 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |