2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 240 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 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
