1993 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 BMW 316.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 316. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 316 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
