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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 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 555 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
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 | 1323 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1470 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 |
