1999 Kia Avella vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 532 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, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Avella | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Avella | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |