1997 Kia Clarus vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 595 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Clarus | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Clarus | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
