1996 BMW 545 vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 545 | Retona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |