1996 Kia Avella vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Avella, 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Avella has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Avella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Avella | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Avella | 320 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
