2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW Z3 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 Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | Z3 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |