2003 BMW 545 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, both 2003 BMW 545 and 2003 Kia Retona were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2003 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 545 | Retona |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |