2001 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2007 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 318 | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 34.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
