1987 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 318 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 BMW 318 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
