2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 468 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Sportage | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |