2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 318 | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2350 mm |