2003 BMW 545 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. 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 155 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 545 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 2003 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | BMW | Kia |
Model | 545 | Forte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |