1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Kia Clarus
To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 and 1999 Kia Clarus were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Kia Clarus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 954 kg more than 1999 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Clarus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1999 Kia Clarus | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | X5 | Clarus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |