1999 Kia Avella vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 642 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2005 BMW 520 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Avella | 520 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |