1998 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 1998 BMW 330 and 1998 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Kia Clarus. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1998 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 1998 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus, 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 330 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |