1997 Kia Clarus vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1997 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Clarus | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Clarus | 335 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
