2009 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
