2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 2083 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |