2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 760 weights approximately 995 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 2011 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 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 760 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Sportage | 760 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
