2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Kia K2700

To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Kia K2700 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.

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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2005 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2005 Kia K2700
Make BMW Kia
Model 330 K2700
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2996 cc 2665 cc
Horse Power 227 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 94.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 95 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 60 L


 

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