1999 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Kia Avella
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 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, 1999 BMW 320 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 320 | 2000 Kia Avella | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 320 | Avella |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
