2000 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 2000 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
