1997 Kia Avella vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1997 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Avella | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Avella | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3071 mm |
