1998 Kia Avella vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 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 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Avella | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Kia | BMW |
| Model | Avella | 125 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
