2012 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X3 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
