2009 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
