2004 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Retona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 382 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 330 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
