1999 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Kia Amanti. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Amanti. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2009 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | X5 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
