1998 BMW M vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 532 kg more than 1999 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, 1998 BMW M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | M | Avella |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
